Consultant - Research Officer

Location

Delhi | India

Job description

• Coordinate the work of Research assistant(s) placed with MWCD and support attention to gender perspectives in intergovernmental work, including through gathering information, identifying challenges and creating opportunities for MWCD and UN Women to help advance the global normative framework for gender equality;
• Facilitate reporting and monitoring intergovernmental processes, knowledge sharing with Member States on intergovernmental procedures and working methods;
• Ideate on events and assist in organisation of dialogues and consultations related to MWCD and UN Women s work;
• Supports conducts research and analysis as required
• Supporting handover and follow up related to India s G20 Presidency, World Economic Forum, Committee on Status of Women and other intergovernmental platforms to Align with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, focusing on Goal 5:
• Provide high-quality policy support on all sustainable development related issues with a focus on international cooperation from gender perspective.
• Develop high level analysis, papers, issue notes, briefs, speeches, talking points of any intergovernmental process.
• Engage in policy recommendations and support preparation for handover and follow up of G20 pertaining to MWCD.
• Provide inputs to the Ministry s participation and response to international cooperation platforms focused on gender equality and social inclusion.
• Support the Ministry s engagement and follow up in bilateral and multilateral forums.
• Coordinate monthly meetings with MWCD and UN Women. Ensure regular communications between MWCD and UN Women.
• Provide assistance and technical support to any other tasks assigned by MWCD and UN Women.

Management :

Coordinating team contributions and support corporate knowledge management activities to help influence / advance policy dialogues in the thematic(s) area, in collaboration with MWCD and UN Women.

Developing and reviewing knowledge products in close coordination with MWCD by analysing and sharing lessons learnt.

Research and Analysis:

Analysis of documents/references from different departments from a gender perspective.

Analysis and research of information, preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation identification of new opportunities.

Prepare briefing notes and updates on gender issues

Prepare periodic progress reports of the work undertaken by the Ministry.

Any other duties assigned by the Direct Supervisor in MWCD the Deputy Representative in UN Women.

Expected Deliverables:

Substantive positioning of the MWCD within intergovernmental processes, working/ engagement groups and outcomes.

Background papers, speeches and fact sheets as required.

Monthly detailed and comprehensive narrative report of all activities undertaken (as part of the report include templates plans developed, anecdotes that capture the process, partnerships, best practices and lessons learnt, photographs, press coverage, questionnaires, human interest stories, lists of participants, key strategies and recommendations) in soft copy will be submitted to UN Women with an acknowledgement of UN Women s support to MWCD.

Competencies

Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity;

Demonstrating sound judgment ;

Self-development, initiative-taking

Acting as a team player and facilitating teamwork;

Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively

Managing conflict;

Learning and sharing knowledge and encouraging the learning of others. Promoting learning and knowledge management/sharing is the responsibility of each staff member;

Informed and transparent decision making.

Functional Competencies:

Demonstrates commitment to mission, vision and values of MWCD and UN Women;

Strong knowledge, and experience of working on intergovernmental and normative processes; especially globally, and nationally;

Demonstrated ability to analyse policy and strategies from a gender perspective;

Produces qualitative, accurate outputs with considerable attention to detail, in a timely manner;

Manages complexities, shifting priorities, and is able to work effectively without constant supervision;

Maintains constructive, effective business relationships with clients and partners;

Adheres to deadlines and follows up on time-bound issues;

Maintains diplomacy, tact and strict confidentiality with internal and external partners and clients;

Strong interpersonal and communication (verbal, listening, writing) skills;

Organization skills (time management, efficient administration, multi-tasking and fast-paced);

Ability to work under pressure within strict deadlines;

Ability to adapt quickly to work demands, and changing deadlines;

Willingness to inter-change work functions with other staff within the Unit, when required.

Required Skills and Experience

• Master s Degree or equivalent in economics, political or social sciences or related field.

Experience :

• 4 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in providing management advisory services and hands-on experience, preferably with the Government, in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects.
• Experience of working on G20 engagement groups or tracks is an advantage.
• Some experience working for the United Nations in support of normative intergovernmental processes is an advantage.
• Experience in the use of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and in handling web-based management systems.

Languages :

• Fluency in English and Hindi

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